Publications by authors named "Manimekalai Muthiah"

Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Manimekalai Muthiah"

  • - Manimekalai Muthiah's research focuses on optimizing the extraction of valuable compounds, particularly pectin, from agricultural waste, emphasizing sustainability and the concept of converting waste into wealth.
  • - The study compares five innovative extraction techniques—Ultrasound-assisted extraction, Microwave-assisted extraction, Ohmic heating-assisted extraction, Ultrasound-assisted microwave extraction, and Ultrasound-assisted ohmic heating extraction—highlighting their efficiency and effectiveness in extracting pectin from tomato peels.
  • - Findings indicate that these methods not only enhance extraction rates but also help in understanding the degradation kinetics of pectin, ultimately paving the way for more sustainable practices in the food processing industry while reducing carbon footprints.